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Georgia Jury Duty Guide (2026)

What Georgia pays for jury service, whether your employer has to keep paying you, and the exemptions and job protections the law gives you.

Updated for 2026 Last verified: Jun 10, 2026
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Jury pay & compensation

Daily jury pay
Varies by county - the expense allowance is set annually by the grand jury within a statutory range of $5 to $50 per day (OCGA § 15-12-7). Many counties pay around $25 to $50/day.
Transportation & parking
No — statewide mileage - the county expense allowance covers service. Some counties reimburse parking or tolls.
Overnight / special circumstances
No — set per diem. Accommodations for multi-day or sequestered trials are provided at court expense.

Employer requirements

Employer required to pay
No — Georgia does not require employers to pay wages during jury service
Job protection law
Yes — OCGA § 34-1-3 makes it unlawful to discharge, discipline, or penalize an employee for responding to a court summons, including jury duty
Exemptions
Excusals and deferrals for undue hardship; primary caregivers of children under 6 or of the aged or infirm; people 70 or older may be excused on request

Additional information

Court applicability
Applies to Superior, State, and certain Probate Courts that hold jury trials.
Common questions

Georgia jury duty FAQ

How much does Georgia pay for jury duty?
Varies by county - the expense allowance is set annually by the grand jury within a statutory range of $5 to $50 per day (OCGA § 15-12-7). Many counties pay around $25 to $50/day. No statewide mileage - the county expense allowance covers service. Some counties reimburse parking or tolls.
Do employers in Georgia have to pay employees during jury duty?
No - Georgia does not require employers to pay wages during jury service
What job protections exist for jurors in Georgia?
Yes - OCGA § 34-1-3 makes it unlawful to discharge, discipline, or penalize an employee for responding to a court summons, including jury duty
Who can be exempt from jury duty in Georgia?
Excusals and deferrals for undue hardship; primary caregivers of children under 6 or of the aged or infirm; people 70 or older may be excused on request
Where can I find the official Georgia jury duty information?
You can find official information about jury duty in Georgia on the official court website or by reviewing the relevant statutes, both linked on this page.